If you want detail about what to pack and what to pay attention to, you've come to the right episode. Jenny Appel is the detail gal. And she has some really useful quotes to help you too.

Having a great dea in common with Emmanuel this was a joy to record. He's such a humble guy yet

What a wealth of information! Dexter has done so much and shares the down to the basics with us to help make it through those 314 miles across Tennessee. This is a can't miss episode!

Note: This episode seems louder than usual so turn down your volume before you begin.

Andrea Sloan has an amazing resume and she shares her wisdom from her many ultras, including, of course, Vol State. Canada is so lucky to have her!

In this episode you get three for the price of one - all in the persona of Jarrod Richardson. He's gone from Road Angel to DNF to Veteran! If you've ever been intrigued by the signs along the course (other than the political ones), you've seen his town and the surrounding towns come out to cheer him on! He's got lots of tips.

Another Road Angel who's not shy. If you've passed Serenity Hill, you know Lorraine. From what she's seen, she thinks you get through this race with experience, strength and hope...and she wants to help. She has called this "The Race of the Mind".

Plans don't always turn out as you hope. Listen to Jay Zeller discuss the ups and downs of his 2023 Vol State. Listsen as he helps you understand that no matter how good the intention, not everyone reaches the rock.

Email Jay at [email protected]

78 Days to Bataan

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Everything Matters

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Coach 'Em Up; Going beyond the W in sports

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Becoming a Soldier

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Beverley Anderson-Abbs holds the women's screwed record but even though most of us can only dream about that, she has important tips on how to survive this journey run!

Everyone who's done Vol State knows Pam Pratt! Many road angels have been guided by her too. Popping up at the least expected moment, her joy and kindness reflect one of the most important "pulls" of this race - the people who help us.

Pam Smith is an Army Veteran (but this Navy veteran doesn't hold that against her except for one day in December)! She's also a 3 time Vol State finisher. She talks about her races in helpful detail - detail only ultrarunners are used to hearing as part of their daily life. Get more tips on preparing for and running your race from Pam.